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Heavy rains that could lead to life-threatening floods were forecast on Friday and Saturday, and the Met Office issued a yellow weather advisory for south-west England and south Wales.
The yellow weather warning could bring damage and flooding to homes and businesses, power outages and travel disruptions. This could include delays in train and bus services, as well as possible road closures.
The Met Office also warned that “deep or fast-flowing flooding is possible” and added that this could cause “a danger to life.”
The weather forecast provider in conjunction with the Environment Agency suggests that people should prepare in advance for floods. The advice includes “preparing a bag that contains all the medications and insurance documents.”
They also suggest turning off all gas, water, and electricity and moving household items upstairs or to a safe place.
The Met Office also suggests that people keep their pets and family safe and advise anyone in immediate danger to call 999.
The public has also been advised to stay away from “swollen rivers” and not to attempt to walk or drive through water.
